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Jedd is a 7 year old currently hospitalized with a new diagnosis of Type 1 Diabetes. Prior to his admission Jedd complained of blurred vision, fatigue and despite eating and drinking constantly, had started to lose weight, so parents brought him into the clinic. A point of care test in the clinic revealed a blood glucose of 418.  Jedd is currently in 2nd grade, with age appropriate growth and development, and enjoys playing soccer with his friends through a local athletic association. Jedd lives with his parents Amy and Grace and his 2 siblings Johna (3 years old) and Henry (10 years old).  Please answer the questions 17-20  based on Jedd’s information.   Jedd screams and cries everytime he needs blood sugars drawn or insulin injections. What is your best action as his nurse to ensure atraumatic care?

Which of the following are true of childhood cancers compared to adult cancers: Select all that apply

I attest that the exam will be my own work. I will neither give nor receive assistance with the exam. I understand this is a closed book exam and will not use any written or electronic sources to answer questions. I will not attempt to copy or print or record this exam.

The most common mental health disorder in children:

Young children are frequently admitted for acute respiratory illnesses because of significant differences in their respiratory systems compared to adults. Which of the following are true about pediatric airways and respiratory system: Select all that apply

Which assessment finding should convince the nurse to “stop” the magnesium sulfate infusion?

Which of the following assessment tools determines gestational age in the newborn ?

When providing education to a child newly diagnosed with a seizure disorder and their family which of the following statements is true:

Arielle is a 36 year old female G3P2002 at 39 weeks gestation who was admitted 24 hours ago for induction of labor. On admission cervical exam was 4cm/90%/-1. Two hours ago she became fully dilated and at a -1 station started pushing. Her prenatal history was uncomplicated aside from diet controlled gestational diabetes. Her membranes spontaneously ruptured 10 hours ago with clear fluid. The fetal heart rate has a baseline of 130 bmp with moderate variability. Since she started pushing she has become very tired and fetal head remains at -1 station after 2 hours. What risk factors for a shoulder dystocia does she have? Select all that apply. 

Intrapartum antibiotic prophylaxis for Group Beta Strep is optimal if given ___ hours or more before birth